Obama and Medvedev caught in unguarded missile remarks

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Obama and Medvedev caught in unguarded missile remarks

TV cameras have recorded US President Barack Obama making unguarded comments with Russian President Dmitry Medvedev.

Mr Obama said he would have more "flexibility" on difficult issues such as the US missile defence plans after November's election.

According to a transcript of the recorded remarks carried by ABC News, Mr Obama told his Russian counterpart: "On all these issues, but particularly missile defence, this, this can be solved but it's important for him to give me space."

Mr Medvedev responded: "Yeah, I understand. I understand your message about space. Space for you."

Mr Obama then said: "This is my last election. After my election I have more flexibility."

Mr Medvedev replied: "I understand. I will transmit this information to Vladimir."

Source: BBC News - Obama and Medvedev caught in unguarded missile remarks

 

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Politicians always look after personal gains before national gains.

 

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W. Bush was far more stronger than him. During Beijing Olympic opening ceremony he exchanged very strong street guy like words with V. Putin on Georgian invasion issue (alleged Kevin Rudd who was sitting next to them).